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Venture Investments in Russia: 23% Decline in 2024 and Future Prospects

... declining investments, and overall volatility, has led investors to avoid high-risk investments in startups. Reduced Interest in Technology Startups In uncertain conditions, technology startups, especially those focused on exports or requiring significant resources, have lost their appeal to venture funds. Outflow of Capital and Talent Russia has faced a mass exodus of IT specialists, weakening the potential for new startups to emerge. Coupled with this, restrictions on foreign investments have narrowed ...

What are natural monopolies?

... unique type of monopoly in which the market is served more efficiently by one company or organization than by several competitors. These industries are characterized by the high cost of creating and maintaining infrastructure, which makes duplication of resources economically inexpedient. The main reason for the existence of natural monopolies is the need for significant capital investments, the creation and maintenance of which requires high costs. Features of natural monopolies: Economies of scale: ...

Economic Events and Company Earnings – Thursday, July 31, 2025: U.S. Inflation, Central Bank Rates, Reports from Apple and Amazon

... the humanitarian situation and implications of recent events, such as the cessation of the "grain deal." For the market, any signs of escalation or, conversely, diplomatic shifts are significant: a rise in conflict could lead to increased resource prices and a flight to safe assets, while indications of resolution would support risk appetite. For CIS investors, given the region's proximity, it is especially important to track the outcomes of this meeting. Corporate Earnings: Reports from ...

Where is it Easiest to Create a "Unicorn" Company in 2025

... major investors in innovations. China channels billions into strategic startups (AI, new energy technologies, etc.) through state funds and structures (for example, the National Semiconductor Industry Investment Fund). Singapore allocates significant resources through funds like Temasek and GIC to tech companies worldwide while also funding local R&D centers. Israel spends a record ~4.5–5% of GDP on R&D—one of the highest rates globally—creating a continuous flow of innovations and talents from ...

The budget is in the black. What ensured the increase in oil and gas revenues?

... to a significant boost in federal budget inflows. Tereshkin also examines the impact of international sanctions and the adaptation of the Russian economy to new conditions, emphasizing the importance of diversification and the development of domestic resources to ensure sustainable economic growth. "Subsidies" to Russian Refineries Increased by Over 80% in the First Seven Months of 2024 In the first seven months of 2023, payments under the damping mechanism, reverse excise tax, and investment ...